Graphic Design Faculty Associate

The Design School in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at ASU invites applications for part-time Graphic Design Faculty Associate appointments for Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027.

We are seeking Faculty Associates with expertise in various areas of design to teach undergraduate courses.

Specializations may include developing designs in analog and digital formats for motion design, 3D design, creative exploration, project management, professional development, interactive design, accessible design, or focused segments such as visual storytelling, typography, layout design, color theory, branding, and information design skills. The successful candidate(s) will teach in-person or online courses, prepare course materials, evaluate student work, and assist students. Faculty Associates positions are one semester, non-benefits eligible, fixed-term appointments with no tenure implications, not to exceed .40 FTE.

The number of courses is contingent upon needs, funding and sufficient enrollment.

is based upon qualifications and assigned teaching load.

Individuals employed as Faculty Associates may not hold multiple, non-benefits-eligible appointments at Arizona State University.

Faculty Associate assignments are paid $1,500-$2,000 per credit hour, depending on the component, over the length of the session.

Anticipated start date is: Fall 2026, Spring 2027 Session A, B, or C

• Prepare and deliver course content, including lectures, exercises, and critiques.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely feedback.
• Assist students through office hours, seminars, or online forums.
• Support course administration as needed (e.g., syllabus preparation, coordination with teaching assistants).
• Teach in one or more of the following modalities: in person, online, or hybrid.

The successful candidate(s) will teach in-person or online courses:

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled classroom setting, subject to extended periods of standing, lecturing, and facilitating classroom activities
• Frequently required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work
• Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds
• Occasional activities require the ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts
• Clearly communicate to perform essential functions
• Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals

Department Statement : For more about the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, visit: http://herbergerinstitute.asu.edu/ .

Or about The Design School, visit: https://design.asu.edu/about

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design
• At least two (2) years of professional Graphic Design experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of design methodologies and professional practice.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate or graduate level.
• Understanding of project management for concurrent projects and multiple deadlines.
• Familiarity with video production, workflows, and motion graphics, or interactive media.
• Experience designing accessible digital content that aligns with accessibility standards.
• Strong visual storytelling, typography, layout, color theory, branding, and information design skills.

This is a paperless search; only electronic materials will be accepted.

To apply, please submit the following electronically via Interfolio:

• Cover Letter of Application
• Resume
• Contact information for 3 additional references (must include name, email, phone number- DO NOT USE CURRENT ASU EMPLOYEES)

The applicant’s legal first and last name should appear in each uploaded file name.

Questions about the position should be directed to the search committee chair: Lisa Pena, [email protected]

The application deadline is 12/7/2026.

Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool.

Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Faculty Associate vacancy announcements will be posted on a semester basis.

Applicants who are not hired within the current academic year are welcome to re-apply - applications do not roll forward from the previous pool recruitment.